Willem van Wyk
Veterinarian & Practice Owner (BVSc in Veterinary Science)
Dr. Willem is a highly skilled and compassionate veterinarian with a BVSc in Veterinary Science from the prestigious University of Pretoria in South Africa. With over a decade of experience in veterinary medicine, he has worked in a variety of settings including equine reproduction, small animal emergency referral, and general practice. Willem founded and ran his own successful practice in South Africa before moving to Australia in 2019.
Willem is known for his focus on providing compassionate care, enhancing the lives of pets and their families. He excels in soft tissue surgery (from minimally to advanced) and has a wealth of knowledge in pet nutrition, behaviour, and preventative integrative health. Dedicated and passionate about his work, Willem is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in veterinary medicine and continuously seeks to expand his knowledge and skills to better serve his patients. His ultimate goal is to enhance the lives of pets and their families by providing the highest standard of care possible, ensuring they live happy and healthy lives.
Away from the clinic, Willem enjoys fantasy games and finds solace in the serene beauty of the Dandenong Ranges, where he resides with his artistic wife, their guitar playing 11-year-old son, their beloved hound, MotorTreacle, and their bengal cat, Bruenor. His personal life, much like his professional one, is characterised by a rich tapestry of experiences and a profound dedication to family, community, and the animals he serves.
Willem van Wyk
Veterinarian & Practice Owner
Dr. Willem is a highly skilled and compassionate veterinarian with a BVSc in Veterinary Science from the prestigious University of Pretoria in South Africa. With over a decade of experience in veterinary medicine, he has worked in a variety of settings including equine reproduction, small animal emergency referral, and general practice. Willem founded and ran his own successful practice in South Africa before moving to Australia in 2019.
Willem is known for his focus on providing compassionate care, enhancing the lives of pets and their families. He excels in soft tissue surgery (from minimally to advanced) and has a wealth of knowledge in pet nutrition, behaviour, and preventative integrative health. Dedicated and passionate about his work, Willem is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in veterinary medicine and continuously seeks to expand his knowledge and skills to better serve his patients. His ultimate goal is to enhance the lives of pets and their families by providing the highest standard of care possible, ensuring they live happy and healthy lives.
Away from the clinic, Willem enjoys fantasy games and finds solace in the serene beauty of the Dandenong Ranges, where he resides with his artistic wife, their guitar playing 11-year-old son, their beloved hound, MotorTreacle, and their bengal cat, Bruenor. His personal life, much like his professional one, is characterised by a rich tapestry of experiences and a profound dedication to family, community, and the animals he serves.
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Sarah Webb
Veterinarian
Dr Sarah has been living in the yarra ranges region since her graduation in 2022 from CSU in Wagga wagga! She learned to work with a variety of animals and has worked in a number of mixed practices since graduating. Dr Sarah has a special interest in poultry, she loves chickens and has been doing extra learning since graduating to best care for these patients. Dr Sarah has been locuming at clinics around victoria to help with the vet shortage and doing some mobile vet work on the side for the last year and really loves the area. Dr Sarah has a passion for mental health and wellness in the veterinary profession and has started her own podcast series - The Vets on Fire to support other veterinary professionals navigate burnout.
Sarah Webb
Veterinarian
Dr Sarah has been living in the yarra ranges region since her graduation in 2022 from CSU in Wagga wagga! She learned to work with a variety of animals and has worked in a number of mixed practices since graduating. Dr Sarah has a special interest in poultry, she loves chickens and has been doing extra learning since graduating to best care for these patients. Dr Sarah has been locuming at clinics around victoria to help with the vet shortage and doing some mobile vet work on the side for the last year and really loves the area. Dr Sarah has a passion for mental health and wellness in the veterinary profession and has started her own podcast series - The Vets on Fire to support other veterinary professionals navigate burnout.
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Susan
Registered Veterinary Nurse & Practice Manager (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing )
Susan has over 15 years of experience in veterinary nursing. In that time, she has worked in general practice and emergency referral centres. She has a particular interest in emergency and critical care, canine reproduction & poultry husbandry. Susan has volunteered for various animal welfare programs and her local animal reserve. She is a member of Dogs Victoria and attends conformation shows and dog sports with her whippets.
Susan
Registered Veterinary Nurse & Practice Manager
Susan has over 15 years of experience in veterinary nursing. In that time, she has worked in general practice and emergency referral centres. She has a particular interest in emergency and critical care, canine reproduction & poultry husbandry. Susan has volunteered for various animal welfare programs and her local animal reserve. She is a member of Dogs Victoria and attends conformation shows and dog sports with her whippets.
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Danni
Receptionist
Danni has lived in the hills for the past 5 years after deciding that she wanted to live closer to nature. Danni has always loved animals and currently has a crazy staffy, but she has also previously had a cat, fish and even stick insects. In Danni's spare time, she loves going on walks, exploring new places, playing video games and going to concerts.
Danni
Receptionist
Danni has lived in the hills for the past 5 years after deciding that she wanted to live closer to nature. Danni has always loved animals and currently has a crazy staffy, but she has also previously had a cat, fish and even stick insects. In Danni's spare time, she loves going on walks, exploring new places, playing video games and going to concerts.
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Maddy
Veterinary Nurse (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing)
Maddy joined the Belgrave Veterinary Clinic in early 2024 but has been working in the animal industry since 2017 in a variety of roles with both large and small animals. Maddy has a keen interest in behaviour and wildlife care. Outside of work, you’ll often find Maddy hiking with her dog, fostering kittens, or searching for fossils.
Maddy
Veterinary Nurse
Maddy joined the Belgrave Veterinary Clinic in early 2024 but has been working in the animal industry since 2017 in a variety of roles with both large and small animals. Maddy has a keen interest in behaviour and wildlife care. Outside of work, you’ll often find Maddy hiking with her dog, fostering kittens, or searching for fossils.
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Ciara
Veterinary Nurse Assist (Certificate II in Veterinary Nursing)
Ciara has lived in the hills with her family for 4 years. Ciara started her journey in the animal industry as a student veterinary nurse in 2023 studying animal care certificate II and has always had a passion for animal health and well being. In her spare time Ciara enjoys going to the zoo, hanging out with friends and family and going to concerts.
Ciara
Veterinary Nurse Assist
Ciara has lived in the hills with her family for 4 years. Ciara started her journey in the animal industry as a student veterinary nurse in 2023 studying animal care certificate II and has always had a passion for animal health and well being. In her spare time Ciara enjoys going to the zoo, hanging out with friends and family and going to concerts.
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Mia
Veterinary Nurse (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing)
Mia is a qualified veterinary nurse with a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and a Certificate III in Equine Studies. She is passionate about wildlife advocacy and conservation, with experience across domestic pets, wildlife, and farm animals, and has volunteered with Zoos Victoria, Wildlife Victoria, and the Dolphin Research Institute. Outside of work, she enjoys riding her horses, liberty training, beach adventures, and spending time outdoors with family, friends, and her heart horse, Blue.
Mia
Veterinary Nurse
Mia is a qualified veterinary nurse with a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and a Certificate III in Equine Studies. She is passionate about wildlife advocacy and conservation, with experience across domestic pets, wildlife, and farm animals, and has volunteered with Zoos Victoria, Wildlife Victoria, and the Dolphin Research Institute. Outside of work, she enjoys riding her horses, liberty training, beach adventures, and spending time outdoors with family, friends, and her heart horse, Blue.
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Allyson
Senior Vet Nurse (PHD in biochemistry, Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing)
Allyson has been a dedicated veterinary nurse since 2012, bringing over 13 years of experience to her role. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry and has a true passion for surgery. Allyson loves all pets, with a special affinity for cats, and is deeply committed to supporting pet owners through end-of-life care, ensuring every animal receives compassionate, expert attention.
Allyson
Senior Vet Nurse
Allyson has been a dedicated veterinary nurse since 2012, bringing over 13 years of experience to her role. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry and has a true passion for surgery. Allyson loves all pets, with a special affinity for cats, and is deeply committed to supporting pet owners through end-of-life care, ensuring every animal receives compassionate, expert attention.
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Jenny
Veterinary Nurse Assist (Certificate II in Animal Studies )
Jenny began her journey in the animal industry in 2022, gaining hands-on experience working with a wide variety of animals. Her passion for animal care continued to grow, leading her to commence formal studies in Animal Care in 2023. Outside of her professional life, Jenny enjoys playing netball, spending time at the beach, attending concerts, and exploring her creativity through arts and crafts.
Jenny
Veterinary Nurse Assist
Jenny began her journey in the animal industry in 2022, gaining hands-on experience working with a wide variety of animals. Her passion for animal care continued to grow, leading her to commence formal studies in Animal Care in 2023. Outside of her professional life, Jenny enjoys playing netball, spending time at the beach, attending concerts, and exploring her creativity through arts and crafts.
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